Business Analyst Hybrid - x2 days per week onsite in Preston Offering competitive outside IR35 rate Duration - 6 months with a potential to extend We're on the lookout for a well-rounded Business Analyst with solid experience across the IT/Tech projects. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative team where you'll play a key role in bridging the gap between the business and technical teams to support the delivery of impactful change initiatives. What you will be doing: Engage with stakeholders to gather, analyse, and document business and technical requirements Facilitate workshops and meetings to support requirements gathering and process mapping Work closely with project teams, developers, and testers to ensure solutions meet business needs Translate complex problems into clear, actionable plans Support the delivery of IT-driven change across systems, platforms, and digital services What we're looking for: Proven experience as a Business Analyst within IT and/or tech-led project environments Knowledge of RPA and AI applications to streamline operations and improve data quality Experience in process mapping using recognized standards such as BPMN Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Familiarity with workflow and case management tools Able to work confidently across the full project lifecycle Experienced in Agile and/or Waterfall methodologies Ability to adapt quickly, work independently, and bring structure to ambiguity If you're a proactive and pragmatic BA who's confident across both the business and tech landscape, then hit the apply button!